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Top Secret/SCI
Senior Level Career (10+ yrs experience)
$200,000 - $225,000
CI Polygraph
IT - Software
McLean, VA (On-Site/Office)
Linux System Engineer/Admin
Location: Mclean
Work Type: Onsite
Remote Work: NO
Job Description
Gridiron IT is seeking a highly motivated Linux System Engineer and Administrator with hands on experience with the full lifecycle development and maintenance of physical and virtual servers. The qualified candidate will have demonstrated experience with multiple cloud platforms, automation technologies, and with Linux system administration. The successful candidate will ensure the smooth operation of existing enterprise systems by patching and updating the system regularly; while automating repetitive tasks to improve efficiency, performance, and the security profile of the systems under management. The system engineer must also act as a subject matter expert consulting with security analysts and tenant mission system owners to resolve incidents and ensure the troubleshooting problems encountered to minimize service interruptions.
Responsibilities
Design and Implementation
Develop and implement solutions, end-to-end integrating a mix of cloud, platform, and application components.
Define system architectures that meet organizational needs, ensuring all components work together effectively.
Advance new capabilities to lower total cost of ownership, increased deployment velocity, and greater system security through cloud and platform automation.
Monitoring and Maintenance
Install patches for Linux systems, and enterprise continuous monitoring applications such as Splunk and Rapid7.
Continuously monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and perform necessary upgrades to maintain optimal functionality.
Administer and maintain an existing an existing portfolio of linux systems include Rapid7 Nexpose Scanners, and a full Splunk stack including Indexers, Forwarders, Deployment Servers, and Search Heads.
Collaborate by working closely with cross-functional teams, including security analysts, system owners, software developers, project managers, and other IT staff, to ensure seamless integration of systems.
Create and maintain detailed documentation of system configurations, processes, and procedures to facilitate knowledge sharing and compliance.
Provide technical support and training to users, helping them understand and effectively utilize the systems in place.
Design, install, test, and maintain secure (STIG’d) baseline machine images.
Implement automation to minimize time consuming and duplicative tasks.
Installation and configuration of monitoring utilities and other compliance agents.
Implement and follow DevSecOps best practices, procedures, and automations.
Adhere to policies governing configuration management and change control.
Required Qualifications
Active TS/SCI w/ Poly clearance is required.
Bachelor’s degree in one or more of the following areas: Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Engineering or 4 years equivalent related work experience.
Experience in designing, implementing, and maintain complex system and software applications to include database technologies.
System and data integration, transformation, monitoring, and systematic problem solving.
Functional/technical implementation experience with at least 2 of the following systems: Splunk, ElasticSearch, or OpenSearch.
2+ years’ experience with cloud and systems administration.
Demonstrated experience with scripting languages: bash, perl, python.
Demonstrated experience with automation compliance using Ansible, Puppet, TerraForm.
Demonstrated experience implementing and managing DevOps tools such as Git version control and CI/CD pipelines.
Strong communication skills and an ability to engage with multiple technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Strong understanding of IT operations, security, and business intelligence.
Must remain on the client site during Program core hours of 0900-1500.
Desired:
Current Security+ or DOD 8570 IAT Level II Certification
AWS or Azure Certification
ITIL v4 Certification
Experience in the following: Splunk Apps/Add-ons
Search & Reporting
Splunk Add-on for AWS
Splunk Security Essentials
Splunk Search Processing Language (SPL) for data analysis in Splunk
Experience with Rapid7 Nexpose Security Scanner
Clearance
Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Requires TS/SCI with a CI Polygraph.
Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range: $109,000 - $230,000 (Compensation is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, work experience, skills, education, certifications, seniority, and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.)
Benefits: Gridiron offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), disability & ADD insurance, life and pet insurance to eligible employees. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 30 hours per week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Gridiron’s benefits programs.
Gridiron IT Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability status.
Gridiron IT is a Women Owned Small Business (WOSB) headquartered in the Washington, D.C. area that supports our clients' missions throughout the United States. Gridiron IT specializes in providing comprehensive IT services tailored to meet the needs of federal agencies. Our capabilities include IT Infrastructure & Cloud Services, Cyber Security, Software Integration & Development, Data Solution & AI, and Enterprise Applications. These capabilities are backed by Gridiron IT's experienced workforce and our commitment to ensuring we meet and exceed our clients' expectations.
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Location: Mclean
Work Type: Onsite
Remote Work: NO
Job Description
Gridiron IT is seeking a highly motivated Linux System Engineer and Administrator with hands on experience with the full lifecycle development and maintenance of physical and virtual servers. The qualified candidate will have demonstrated experience with multiple cloud platforms, automation technologies, and with Linux system administration. The successful candidate will ensure the smooth operation of existing enterprise systems by patching and updating the system regularly; while automating repetitive tasks to improve efficiency, performance, and the security profile of the systems under management. The system engineer must also act as a subject matter expert consulting with security analysts and tenant mission system owners to resolve incidents and ensure the troubleshooting problems encountered to minimize service interruptions.
Responsibilities
Design and Implementation
Develop and implement solutions, end-to-end integrating a mix of cloud, platform, and application components.
Define system architectures that meet organizational needs, ensuring all components work together effectively.
Advance new capabilities to lower total cost of ownership, increased deployment velocity, and greater system security through cloud and platform automation.
Monitoring and Maintenance
Install patches for Linux systems, and enterprise continuous monitoring applications such as Splunk and Rapid7.
Continuously monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and perform necessary upgrades to maintain optimal functionality.
Administer and maintain an existing an existing portfolio of linux systems include Rapid7 Nexpose Scanners, and a full Splunk stack including Indexers, Forwarders, Deployment Servers, and Search Heads.
Collaborate by working closely with cross-functional teams, including security analysts, system owners, software developers, project managers, and other IT staff, to ensure seamless integration of systems.
Create and maintain detailed documentation of system configurations, processes, and procedures to facilitate knowledge sharing and compliance.
Provide technical support and training to users, helping them understand and effectively utilize the systems in place.
Design, install, test, and maintain secure (STIG’d) baseline machine images.
Implement automation to minimize time consuming and duplicative tasks.
Installation and configuration of monitoring utilities and other compliance agents.
Implement and follow DevSecOps best practices, procedures, and automations.
Adhere to policies governing configuration management and change control.
Required Qualifications
Active TS/SCI w/ Poly clearance is required.
Bachelor’s degree in one or more of the following areas: Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Engineering or 4 years equivalent related work experience.
Experience in designing, implementing, and maintain complex system and software applications to include database technologies.
System and data integration, transformation, monitoring, and systematic problem solving.
Functional/technical implementation experience with at least 2 of the following systems: Splunk, ElasticSearch, or OpenSearch.
2+ years’ experience with cloud and systems administration.
Demonstrated experience with scripting languages: bash, perl, python.
Demonstrated experience with automation compliance using Ansible, Puppet, TerraForm.
Demonstrated experience implementing and managing DevOps tools such as Git version control and CI/CD pipelines.
Strong communication skills and an ability to engage with multiple technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Strong understanding of IT operations, security, and business intelligence.
Must remain on the client site during Program core hours of 0900-1500.
Desired:
Current Security+ or DOD 8570 IAT Level II Certification
AWS or Azure Certification
ITIL v4 Certification
Experience in the following: Splunk Apps/Add-ons
Search & Reporting
Splunk Add-on for AWS
Splunk Security Essentials
Splunk Search Processing Language (SPL) for data analysis in Splunk
Experience with Rapid7 Nexpose Security Scanner
Clearance
Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Requires TS/SCI with a CI Polygraph.
Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range: $109,000 - $230,000 (Compensation is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, work experience, skills, education, certifications, seniority, and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.)
Benefits: Gridiron offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), disability & ADD insurance, life and pet insurance to eligible employees. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 30 hours per week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Gridiron’s benefits programs.
Gridiron IT Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability status.
Gridiron IT is a Women Owned Small Business (WOSB) headquartered in the Washington, D.C. area that supports our clients' missions throughout the United States. Gridiron IT specializes in providing comprehensive IT services tailored to meet the needs of federal agencies. Our capabilities include IT Infrastructure & Cloud Services, Cyber Security, Software Integration & Development, Data Solution & AI, and Enterprise Applications. These capabilities are backed by Gridiron IT's experienced workforce and our commitment to ensuring we meet and exceed our clients' expectations.
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